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The following is a list of the speakers for the next few meetings. Each speaker has 5 minutes to speak about their business to the group. If you cannot attend on your scheduled day, please switching with someone that is on the list below, then please let me know.

I’m seating on the plan going to Arizona and this came to me after our last meeting.

Networking only works if you show up and participate. The more you give the more you receive that’s a given in everything in life. You can have the best products and services in the world, but If the group doesn’t get to know you. How do you expect them to refer you?

Remember behaviour dictates how you do business. Ok, you need me to spell it out for you. You are always on time never miss a meeting drive in stormy weather put others first before your self. Now please tell me how do you think people see you doing business is that the kind of person they want to refer to there friends, family or clients.

Would they be proud to say I know someone that can help you with your needs? Is this you?

Decorating with Parsons Interiors can begin with the blueprints and custom design of your space, or simply be the addition of those final touches that transform a room. Bringing together skilled craftsmen and artisans, while working within your budget, we create that unique home, office space or vacation residence that suits you today and for years to come.

We begin with a meet and greet at our studio, where we will discuss the scope, budget, and scheduling of your project. The next step is to spend time in your home, designing to your personal style and scale of your space. Finally, each project is detailed in a letter of agreement outlining the scope of work.

Don’t forget! With Parsons Interiors, you also have the option of shopping in person at our furniture boutique or requesting the purchase of anything you see on our online product page.

Well as with any purchase the first thing you need to do is establish a budget.

It would be a waste of your time searching and looking at properties that are not within your budget. And needless to say, very disappointing to put in an offer only to find out that you cannot get the financing!

Therefore, the first step is to get a mortgage pre-approval from your bank’s mortgage advisor or with a mortgage agent/broker. This is a FREE service. Ask them in advance what documents they require before your meeting. This will ensure that you get an accurate pre-approval. You certainly don’t want any surprises after the offer has been made!

This is a good idea even if you’re not planning on moving for the next few months or even a year or two from now. They will help you build a financial plan so you can achieve your goals. If you have “bruised credit”, there are ways in which they can help improve your credit score.

The mortgage should be customized to your specific needs. It’s NOT just about the lending rate! Make sure the lender is someone you feel comfortable with and spends that extra time explaining your options. After all this could possibly be one of the largest purchases you have ever made to date. Be informed!

They will explain the different options of how much you will need available for a deposit. This deposit will be a part of the down payment. And, if your money is coming from overseas you need to enquire how long the money must actually be in Canada as this is regulated by the Canadian Federal Government and not any financial institution. Or, if you have funds in TFSA’s or RRSP’s check with the lender to see how quickly you may access these funds. Many are not immediately available.

Do you have any big changes that you’re expecting, such as starting a family, or buying a new car? What about the unexpected like being relocated for work, or the need to be closer to elderly parents? All of these things could have an effect on your monthly payments and you should ask about penalty fees.
For example, what would happen if you had a 5 year mortgage and you needed to move before the term was up? In some cases it could cost you thousands of dollars!

In addition to making mortgage payments, you will also have to allow for utility costs, yearly property taxes and if it’s a condominium monthly maintenance fees.

Taking the time to get pre-qualified for a mortgage will give you peace of mind knowing that you’re shopping within your budget and will give both the seller’s and their listing agent some confidence that the deal will go through.

Contact me directly to connect you with a lender that will spend the extra time ensuring you a full understanding of your options and will work on getting you the right mortgage that fits you personally!

For a FREE Home Purchase Cost Estimate worksheet send me an email at diana@dianabudway.com

This season our focus is on performance. We believe the home should be beautiful, but it must also be livable, easy to care for, and worry-free.

We are proud to introduce a new color book series called Performance Wovens which features the technologies of Alta and Crypton Home. These innovative technologies deliver a new level of performance and cleanability in fabrics that are soft, durable and resistant to stains.

The second edition of our Home & Garden series is an exclusive collection of Sunbrella performance fabrics for use both inside and outside the home. From indoor dining areas to outdoor furniture, Sunbrella is soft to the touch, durable, easy to clean, with color that remains vibrant.

Pure & Simple is our series name for solid or slightly textured drapery and multi purpose fabrics. Pure & Simple IV consists of two simply elegant silk-like textures. This compilation of faux silk looks works beautifully for chic residential window applications, but with the benefit of being inherently FR, both patterns are suitable for commercial settings.

Measuring a Room for Wallpaper

The main determinant in ordering the proper quantity of wallpaper for your room is simply the square footage of the room. The easiest way to determine this is to measure each wall separately and add the combined square footage of all the walls.

For example, if an 8’ high wall is 12’ long and has a standard door, the square footage of that wall is: 8’x12’(height x width) = 96 sq.ft. minus the door frame 7’x3’ = 21 sq.ft.; therefore 96sq.ft. – 21 sq.ft. = 75 sq.ft. After adding all four wall measurements you will have the total square footage. Remember to be liberal with your measurements as there is always a potential for waste when trimming the wallpaper. Adding 10% to your order is a good rule of thumb where there is a potential for waste from vertical trimming.

Feature Walls

Be aware that when measuring for feature walls, we can only use full and complete strips of wallpaper. First, measure your wall width in inches. When purchasing, determine the width of the wallpaper roll (ie 20.5” or 27”) and then determine how many strips you will need to cover the wall width. For example: you have a wall that is 138” wide (11.5’); your wallpaper is 20.5” wide; you will need 7 full strips of wallpaper (20.5 x 7 = 143.5”) to cover your wall width.

Hiring an Interior Decorator can be one of the most practical things you do in your home.

An Interior Decorator will work with you, the client, to solve decorating dilemmas and challenges to bring out the home’s potential and best features while creating a unique, innovative and livable space which reflects your individual taste, personality and style.

Using an Interior Decorator does not have to be costly, in fact using a decorator can stop costly mistakes. And in the long run, clients can end up saving money and time. In summary – You don’t need a big budget to hire a decorator or to have a beautiful home.

The secret to creating a high end look without the price tag is to combine a few less expensive materials with one extravagant accent.

Most people have good taste, but are too busy, with little time, to source exactly what they would love for their home. They are limited to resources available to the public only. Using a decorator enables clients to have access to products not available to the general public, have one of a kind design and a custom look. Decorators have access to hundreds of choices in all areas of home décor which in turn offers the client unique and exclusive design. Decorators have the technical knowledge required to bring about great design. It is extremely important for clients to be informed about the products they select with respect to care required or the ease of use .

With so much variety these days, the search for anything new can become very daunting and in the end the client can just “settle” for something as they are frustrated with the amount of “foot work” involved to select the perfect products. A decorator works in partnership with the client to offer innovative and desirable results suited to the client and to maximize the home’s potential. A decorator gives guidance, and the services provided can offer little involvement or total involvement on the client’s part as desired.

A decorator has no emotional tie to the home; allowing for objectivity when making decorating choices. A decorator meets with the client, gets to know the type of style they want; their likes and dislikes in home décor and their lifestyle, by asking detailed questions; and then responds to their needs by beginning to source the products to present. Usually there are several choices and finally the client along with the decorator will zero in on the look they want. The decorator continues to source the selections can arrange for trades people and do the overall project management of the redecorating or redesign required.

The season is upon us and it is not to late to add to your Holiday wish list!

With so many exciting products available to choose from, let Parsons help you find that perfect gift!

In stock items on Sale from 10% to 60% this Holiday Season.

Whether it is an entire home full of amazing new furnishings or simply enhancing a space with that one special piece, Parsons is ready to make your Holidays a great success. We have also added a line of fashion accessories at reasonable prices.

From all of us at Parsons Interiors, we wish you and your loved ones a wonderful Holiday Season!